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Hinesville Today
By the People, for the People
Hinesville Church Shelters Homeless During Cold Snap
Bethel AME Church asks city for more support to help those in need get back on their feet.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Representatives from Bethel AME Church in Hinesville, Georgia, which provided shelter to 47 homeless individuals during a recent cold weather event, are asking the city to take further steps to address homelessness in the community. The church and its volunteers have been working to help the homeless they assisted find jobs, get new clothing, and improve their hygiene, but they say more support is needed from the city to truly make a difference.
Why it matters
Homelessness is an ongoing issue in many communities, and churches and nonprofits often step in to provide emergency shelter and services. Hinesville's response to this recent cold weather event highlights the need for greater coordination and resources to help the homeless population get back on their feet and become productive members of the community.
The details
Bethel AME Church opened its doors to 47 homeless individuals over a two-week period during the recent cold weather in coastal Georgia. The church and its volunteers worked to help the homeless they assisted find jobs, get new clothing, and improve their hygiene. However, the church says more support is needed from the city to truly make a difference and help the homeless population get back on their feet.
- Bethel AME Church provided shelter to 47 homeless individuals over a two-week period during the recent cold weather in coastal Georgia.
- The city of Hinesville was scheduled to conduct its Point In Time count, a federally-mandated snapshot of the city's homeless population, on January 26, 2026.
The players
Bethel AME Church
A church in Hinesville, Georgia that opened its doors to provide shelter to 47 homeless individuals during a recent cold weather event.
Larry Miles
A representative from Bethel AME Church who spoke to the Hinesville City Council about the church's efforts to help the homeless and the need for more support from the city.
Another Chance Outreach Ministries
A local organization that also provided aid to the homeless during the cold weather event in Hinesville.
What they’re saying
“We were not concerned why they were in that condition. We were concerned about how we could help them get on their feet to become positive citizens again.”
— Larry Miles, Representative, Bethel AME Church
“We need to look at the next step. It's an unfortunate event that is happening all across the nation. It is right here in Hinesville we have to start to take the next step.”
— Larry Miles, Representative, Bethel AME Church
What’s next
The city of Hinesville was scheduled to conduct its Point In Time count, a federally-mandated snapshot of the city's homeless population, on January 26, 2026.
The takeaway
This event highlights the ongoing need for greater coordination and resources to address homelessness in Hinesville and communities across the country. While churches and nonprofits often step in to provide emergency shelter and services, more support from local governments is necessary to truly help the homeless population get back on their feet and become productive members of the community.
